LOCTITE® EA 3463
Known as LOCTITE 3463 Metal Magic Steel Stick
Features and Benefits
This 2-part, steel-filled epoxy repair putty is easy to use and stops leaks in pipes and tanks, fills oversized bolt holes, smooths welds, and repairs non-structural defects in castings or holes in tanks.
LOCTITE® EA 3463 is a versatile, easy to use, steel-filled epoxy kneadable stick. It is applied like a putty and, when cured, exhibits high compressive strength and great adhesion to most surfaces. It has an operating temperature range of -55°C to 120°C (-67°F to 248°F), cures in 10 minutes, adheres to most damp surfaces and will even cure under water. Use it to stop leaks in pipes and tanks, fill oversized bolt holes, smooth welds, and repair non-structural defects in castings or holes in tanks.
- Steel-filled kneadable stick
- Operating temperature: -30°C to 120°C (-22°F to 248°F)
- For emergency repair of tanks, pipes & castings
- Cures in 10 minutes
- Cures on damp surfaces and under water
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Technical Information
| Application method | Manual |
| Applications | Repairing |
| Cure type | Room temperature (ambient) cure, Two component mix |
| Fixture time | 10.0 min. |
| Physical form | Putty |
| Recommended for use with | Metal |
| Work life | 3.0 min. |
| Mixed | |
| Color, Mixed | Black |
| Key characteristics, Mixed | Compressive strength: high, Cure speed: fast cure, Emergency repair, Kneadable, Underwater curing |
How to
Step by Step Guide
1. Preparation - Cleaning
It is recommended to use the correct LOCTITE® cleaner for the surface to be bonded (such as LOCTITE® SF 7063 or SF 7070) to degrease and clean surfaces prior to applying the adhesive.
2. Mixing
Use gloves - do not mix with bare hands. Cut required amount of material from stick. Remove clear plastic wrapper from cut section. To mix, first twist the material to produce a spiral pattern of resin and hardener. Next, knead material for 2 to 3 minutes or until a uniform color is achieved.
3. Application & Finishing
Firmly apply for patch, repair or bonding. For a smooth finish, wet a cloth or gloved finger with water and smooth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will LOCTITE EA 3463 Epoxy adhere to wet surfaces?
LOCTITE® EA 3463
This 2-part, steel-filled epoxy repair putty is easy to use and stops leaks in pipes and tanks, fills oversized bolt holes, smooths welds, and repairs non-structural defects in castings or holes in tanks.